Academic Calendar
In UAE, the school-year calendar is set nationally. Exact dates for UIPS may vary by region.
Most UAE schools operate on a Late August – early July calendar.
Exact calendar: confirm with the school directly.
Typical UAE Academic Year
Approximate windows — dates vary by school. Confirm with UIPS directly.
Start of academic year
Late Aug
End of academic year
Early Jul
MOE-aligned schools follow a unified 3-term calendar. Private/international schools may vary.
Typical Holidays & Breaks
Most UAE schools observe these breaks.
Winter breakMid Dec – early Jan (~3 weeks)
Spring breakLate Mar – mid Apr (~2 weeks)
Eid al-FitrVaries (3–4 days)
Eid al-AdhaVaries (4–5 days)
UAE National Day2–3 December
Summer breakEarly Jul – late Aug
Why We Don't Show Exact Dates
Calendars vary between schools and may differ even within the same region. For the authoritative calendar of UIPS, check the school's website.